Goldsmith
New ZealandpoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Goldsmith is a New Zealand politician who has acknowledged the proposals put forth by Kaushal's advisory group regarding retail crime and is expected to make announcements based on their recommendations. His role involves overseeing the government's response to rising concerns about law and order in the context of retail theft.
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Goldsmith responded to Lynda’s comments by rejecting suggestions that the coalition did not value the arts community.
Dame Lynda Topp stands by Budget blast: ‘There’s no holding back’New Zealand· 2026-06-02
Goldsmith said that New Zealanders are fair-minded people who seek to help those in need.
Government move-on orders: Police to target begging and rough sleepingNew Zealand· 2026-02-22
Goldsmith confirmed he would scrap the group, partly due to the resignations.
Retail crime advisory group scrapped after several resignationsNew Zealand· 2026-02-10
Goldsmith's role in Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations is discussed.
Reshuffle needed at highest levels of Government – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
Goldsmith announced military and spy agencies have been ordered to conduct maritime operations to disrupt organised crime.
Plain-talking IPCA report sets standard for other inquiries – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Goldsmith’s announcement today carried many recommendations from the advisory group.
Government unveils major meth action plan to tackle organised crimeNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Goldsmith expressed confidence in Sunny Kaushal as the group's chairman despite concerns raised.
Minister warned of crime advisory group chair Sunny Kaushal’s ‘concerning behaviour’New Zealand· 2025-11-03
Goldsmith has said he wants to see the two broadcasters lead the charge in lifting the public’s trust in media.
Media Insider: RNZ shake-up - commercial media executive Andrew Szusterman appointed to boardNew Zealand· 2025-09-17
Goldsmith did not specifically respond to questions about safeguards for young people or evidence behind the proposals.
Should children be protected from citizen’s arrest? Child welfare watchdog asks for evidence behind Govt proposalsNew Zealand· 2025-07-06
Goldsmith announced plans to increase prison sentences for people who assault first responders.
Government beefing up trespass laws: Fines to double, trespass period extended after minister declares ‘enough is enough’New Zealand· 2025-07-03
Goldsmith said the changes would stop 'undue leniency' in sentencing.
Government introducing longer prison sentences for assaulting first responders, prison officersNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
Goldsmith had called off the signing of the deed a couple of days before it was due to happen in June 2024 as he sought to better understand the deed.
Almost completed Te Whānau-ā-Apanui settlement now ‘increasingly unlikely’ under this Government after minister’s sovereignty stanceNew Zealand· 2025-06-24
Goldsmith said the Government is uncomfortable with this agree-to-disagree clause and it is not prepared to progress the settlement without that being removed.
Government will not agree to Treaty settlements that dispute Crown’s sovereignty todayNew Zealand· 2025-06-17
Goldsmith was scarce on details when announcing the proposals in February.
Escalating violence, unreasonable force, no safety benefit: Police and Justice Ministry concerns over expanding citizens ’ arrest powersNew Zealand· 2025-04-16
Goldsmith didn’t mention broader factors and said it showed 'our work to restore law and order is paying off'.
ANALYSIS: The dramatic fall in victims of violent crime, and the impact of the Government’s ‘vibe’ rather than its policiesNew Zealand· 2025-04-15
Goldsmith expressed the Crown's deep remorse for its historical actions against Ngāti Hāua.
Ngāti Hāua receives Crown apology, $20.4m settlement for Treaty breachesNew Zealand· 2025-03-31
Goldsmith said the settlement addressed historical grievances including 19th-century warfare and land purchased or taken for public works.
Te Korowai o Wainuiārua settlement bill passes, iwi reflect on futureNew Zealand· 2025-03-09
Goldsmith acknowledged the proposal represents a 'significant change' but said the Government feels it’s 'justified'.
Name suppression changes: Concern giving sex offence victims ‘veto’ on decisions could be ‘dangerous’New Zealand· 2025-03-03
Goldsmith acknowledged the group’s proposals and said he would make announcements shortly.
Govt to decide on retail crime group advising stronger citizen’s arrest and use of force powersNew Zealand· 2025-02-24